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Conflict is an unavoidable reality of teamwork. Conflict may arise do to clashing personalities, disagreements about strategy, or stress. But, conflict is not always bad. In fact, when dealt with and handled, it can lead to positive change and stronger teams. The key lies in how the team lead or manager navigates these tricky situations. Their approach sets the tone for the entire team, shaping how conflict is perceived and resolved. Then, it's up to the team to work together to resolve it and return to a good level of performance. The team may even reflect on the lesson learned and be able to grow.

Read this article: 7 Workplace Conflict Examples (Plus How to Handle Each One).

3-4pg  addressing the following questions:

• From the article, describe one reason a team conflict may arise.
• How can conflict affect a team's ability to meet deadlines or achieve their goals?
• What are some of the specific methods that you would use to resolve a conflict?
• What can a team learn from a conflict?

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